Entire home

Named after a beautiful rose, Banksiae is an oasis to hide away in and escape the world.

Step into a charming botanical haven where you can plan your next adventure over cake and tea, then retreat to luxurious comfort surrounded by vintage charm.

Photo gallery for Named after a beautiful rose, Banksiae is an oasis to hide away in and escape the world.

Interior
Living area
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Golf view

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Named after a beautiful rose, Banksiae is an oasis to hide away in and escape the world.

Named after a beautiful rose, Banksiae is an oasis to hide away in and escape the world. With rolling, English Cotswold countryside surrounding you but also being a stone’s throw away from the city of Oxford and Woodstock it makes the ideal location to explore the area whilst enjoying a luxurious stay.. First Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Bluetooth Speaker, Games
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Enclosed garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and croquet lawn. Electric car charging point. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: No children under 5 years old. . The perfect romantic getaway, Banksiae is positioned within a wing of this beautifully elegant country house. Conveniently situated close to Woodstock and Blenheim Palace on the edge of the Cotswolds. Nestled in its own botanical haven it is just a stone’s throw away from Bicester Village, Soho Farmhouse and the historic city of Oxford.
This luxurious two bedroom apartment is a real treat as you will be in a unique setting within the grounds of a traditional plant nursery. The interior of this spacious first-floor apartment is simply charming. The owners have thoughtfully blended the original features with modern home comforts. Banksiae is adorned with a lovely mixture of vintage and contemporary furniture including a sumptuous bespoke 7’ 6" master bed for the ultimate in comfort. A leisurely breakfast can be enjoyed in the bay window whilst admiring the rural panoramic views across the Cherwell Valley.
Banksiae is inspired by the climbing rose "Banksiae Lutea", whose sprays of pale lemon blooms festoon the walls of the nursery house each spring. Named after the intrepid explorer SirJoseph Banks who studied in Oxford before setting off on his famous plant hunting voyages of discovery for Kew.
After your own day’s exploration of Oxfordshire’s delightful countryside and attractions you can return to the leafy surroundings of the nursery "Tea Garden." There you can relax and enjoy a delicious slice of handmade cake and a cup or two of English tea whilst planning your next day’s adventure.
However you choose to spend your time at Banksiae, your stay will be sure to be most pleasurable and splendid.

Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.
No children under 5 years old.

Property manager

Cottages.com

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

2 Bedroom Accommodation in Near Oxford
2 bedroom accommodation in Kidlington, near Woodstock Kidlington
su-M546634-M546634

About the neighborhood

Map
Kidlington, near Woodstock

What's nearby

  • Oxfordshire Museum - 4 min drive
  • River Cherwell - 6 min drive
  • Blenheim Palace - 6 min drive
  • University of Oxford - 12 min drive
  • Bicester Village - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Witney Hanborough Station - 6 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oxford Arms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Oxfordshire Pantry, Blenheim Palace - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Sun - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Punch Bowl - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Express - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Named after a beautiful rose, Banksiae is an oasis to hide away in and escape the world. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Named after a beautiful rose, Banksiae is an oasis to hide away in and escape the world.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Named after a beautiful rose, Banksiae is an oasis to hide away in and escape the world.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Named after a beautiful rose, Banksiae is an oasis to hide away in and escape the world. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Oxfordshire Museum and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Blenheim Palace. River Cherwell is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Named after a beautiful rose, Banksiae is an oasis to hide away in and escape the world. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Apartment
Clean, well equipped apartment located in a plant nursery - lovely setting. Very friendly hosts who gave some great suggestions of where to visit locally. We had a great stay, and will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trudy N., Skipton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay
The property exceeded our expectations. Everything in the property was chosed with care and attention making a wonderful place to stay. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ulf R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Cottage
It was a wonderful vacation in a very nice cottage. We felt totally at home in this place. The hosts were perfect and there was nothing missing. We would love to vacation there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fabulous!
A really super place to stay. Clean, well kitted out and absolutely full of everything you need. The hosts are really lovely people and are genuinely interested in chatting with you to. We loved it here xx
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stewart M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A hidden gem
A superb property with beautiful finishes and very friendly hosts. Situated in lovely little garden center.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jackalyn

W
We enjoyed this lovely cottage set in a Christmas tree wonderland! A great stay! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

J

Excellent holiday.
Excellent holiday. Lovely apartment. Very clean and great atmosphere. Decor very high standard and every little detail thought of. Highly recommend for a couple or small family. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rupert

Attractive and well appointed apartment.
Attractive and well appointed apartment. Friendly and helpful owners. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

An exceptional property, hosted by caring, genuine people.
An exceptional property, hosted by caring, genuine people. We found the apartment to be beautifully presented with many personal touches all aimed at making guests feel welcome and valued. The decoration is well designed and the furniture comfortable (especially the bed) and other fixtures and fittings (eg smart tv, Sonos sound, Nespresso coffee machine) top of the range. The apartment is part of a larger house but with its own front door and set in a plant nursery (not a garden centre). The nursery comings and goings during the daytime didnt spoil our stay and it was interesting to have breakfast in the large bay window watching things. Andrew, Liz and Lucy have made a huge effort to offer guests a wonderful experience and we’d return without doubt. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

We enjoyed our stay at Banksiae, in the extreamly comfortable appartment.
We enjoyed our stay at Banksiae, in the extreamly comfortable appartment. We also enjoyed the nursery it was attached to, conveniently close to Oxford and Belnheim Palace. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John

Beautiful apartment, very comfortable with all amenities you could want in a quiet setting.
Beautiful apartment, very comfortable with all amenities you could want in a quiet setting. Family that own it are lovely and friendly, very chatty with advice on places to go, only negative ( if you need one) is there isn’t a pub within walking distance. Would definitely recommend. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Puja

Absolutely lovely apartment with very welcoming owners.
Absolutely lovely apartment with very welcoming owners. The place was immaculately clean and has a lovely tradition yet contemporary feel to it. The location is private and quiet and we found this to be ideal as Bicester, oxford city centre and Blenheim palace are all only 10-20 minutes away. I happily recommend this lovely cottage. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Fabulous apartment.
Fabulous apartment. Extremely comfortable with everything you need for a wonderful holiday. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mariya

B
Beautiful cottage and a wonderfully relaxing stay - exactly what we needed! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

My wife, 4 month year old and I had a lovely time during our stay.
My wife, 4 month year old and I had a lovely time during our stay. The cottage is surrounded by a nursery which was beautiful and key attractions were very close by. We drove to Blenheim palace in under 10minutes and Oxford was only 20mins away. The accommodation was first class. Especially the little touches - nespresso pods, Sonos speakers connected to an iPad with Spotify and also a smart tv with access to all your usual streaming services which you could use your own accounts on. Loved it. Will definitely come back when our little one is older. The owners were amazing during our stay too
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

The owners were very welcoming from the start and keen that we had a great stay.
The owners were very welcoming from the start and keen that we had a great stay. The property was spotlessly clean and very well appointed with nice comfy beds too. The welcome pack was appreciated too. Underfloor heating in the kitchen and bathroom were much appreciated on a cold November morning! It's a shame that the weather was bad when we stayed as we'd have liked to have made use of the garden, but it's an excuse to return another day!
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Excellent hosts.
Excellent hosts. Well equipped. Lovely internal and external ambience
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katie

We had a lovely stay at the Banksiae with a warm welcome and delightful handmade goodies upon our ar
We had a lovely stay at the Banksiae with a warm welcome and delightful handmade goodies upon our arrival in an idyllic setting. The place was beautifully decorated with amazingly soft bedding we both thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We’d highly recommend the Banksiae, wished we could have stayed longer!
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

An absolute gem! This is a truly exceptional holiday cottage lovingly and expertly decorated and f
An absolute gem! This is a truly exceptional holiday cottage lovingly and expertly decorated and furnished. Outstanding levels of comfort very similar in quality to The Old Parsonage in Oxford which is a hotel we are familiar with. To top it all, the hosts are about the most accommodating, friendly and helpful one could imagine. Above & Beyond all expectations.